Longing to see the Ireland most tourists don't get a chance to explore?

The Slieve League cliffs are just one of the stunning sights you'll see. Chris Hill

Are you longing to see the Ireland most tourists don't get a chance to explore? To journey to the secret landscapes, tucked-away villages, and off-the-beaten-track sites it takes an expert guide to find?

We've got you covered.

For the first time, IrishCentral readers now have the opportunity to book a tour directly on IrishCentral. This has been made possible through a partnership with one of Ireland's premier tour companies, Crafted Ireland.

Crafted Ireland specializes in customized, luxury, and special-interest tours of Ireland, all with the aim of providing visitors with the most authentic experience possible. They boast a five-star Google review, and are a go-to tour company for celebrities, CEOs, and politicians looking to explore the Emerald Isle.

As one reviewer wrote, Custom Ireland "provides creative, thoughtfully planned itineraries for bespoke travel experiences. The level of customer service is outstanding and has provided the foundation for an unforgettable program."

Through this partnership, we aim to give our audience a unique and seamless way to explore the possibilities of travel in Ireland without having to leave the platform you already know and enjoy. You will be able to read content and stories about the parts of the country you're interested in visiting beforebooking right here through Irish Central.

The first tour available for booking is a definite favorite of ours - perfect for those who want to see the real Ireland and take in the can't-miss attractions.

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Lough Eske Castle in Co. Donegal is one of the hotels you'll stay at

The Uniquely Ireland Tour offers a different, authentically Irish experience each of its eight days and seven nights, winding through Ireland's Ancient East, the Wild Atlantic Way, and Nothern Ireland.

This tour is only offered once a week from March 1, 2018 through April 30, 2018, so book now!

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Slane Castle

From the first day, when you land in Dublin and are immediately whisked away to the historic grounds of Slane Castle and its lauded new Slane Distillery before touring the ancient Boyne Valley and tucking in for the night at Dunboyne Castle & Spa, to the final day, spent at the fascinating monastic site Clonmacnoise in County Offaly and walking the grounds of Birr Castle before checking into one of Ireland's most famous golf resorts, the K Club, you'll see more of Ireland in one week than you ever thought possible.

Other highlights include two nights in Northern Ireland, at Belfast's Europa Hotel and Derry's Maldron Hotel, with a Black Cab tour of Belfast and a walking tour of Derry's famous murals; two nights at Lough Eske, an honest-to-goodness castle in Co. Donegal; a visit to a Kearney, a restored historic fishing village on the Ards Peninsula; natural wonders like the Giants Causeway and the Slieve League cliffs; wondrous sites like Donegal's Fanad Lighthouse and Sligo's Lissadel House; and one night at the uber-trendy Glasshouse Hotel, on the banks of Sligo's Garravogue River.

Breakfast is included every day, as are 4 lunches and 3 dinners, offering you ample time to do some exploring on your own.

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Glasshouse Hotel, Sligo. Photo: Niallio7 / Wikimedia Commons

The trip, led by a knowledgeable Irish tour guide and coach driver, is limited to 24 participants to maintain a close-knit feel. Every effort has been taken to deliver an authentic experience, such as watching sheepdog trials on a fully functional farm and visiting a working Irish tweed craftsman.

If you want a taste of everything the real Ireland has to offer, this is the trip for you.